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Naomi Osaka Balances Motherhood and Tennis Comeback

9/4/2025

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Naomi Osaka, a top tennis player, chose Japanese citizenship by age 22, influenced by her Japanese-Haitian heritage.
She faced mental health challenges and took a break from tennis to give birth to her daughter, Shai, in July 2023.
Osaka and rapper Cordae ended their relationship in January 2025 but continue to co-parent their daughter.

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Story summary

Naomi Osaka, a top tennis player, chose Japanese citizenship by age 22, influenced by her Japanese-Haitian heritage.
She faced mental health challenges and took a break from tennis to give birth to her daughter, Shai, in July 2023.
Osaka and rapper Cordae ended their relationship in January 2025 but continue to co-parent their daughter.